Today is now the day of the New Moon and inevitably there will be some degree of tense nervous restlessness, anxiety and aggression. In addition there is likely to be raised apprehensions with a worrying or concerned attitude.

Under these circumstances problems will be magnified and assume undue proportions. There may also be a strong desire to take the edge off the atmosphere with an above average sense of reliance on drugs and drink.

Escapist tendencies may dominate and it may be difficult to keep to the task in hand as concentration is likely to be rather less than optimal. Hence this may not be the best moment for making important decisions as choices will not be governed by the best of consideration.

As with any New Moon situation there is the potential for conflict with the risk of arguments, temper tantrums, or volatile expression.

The more positive aspects of this alert period mean there will be zestful energy for on going schemes and ventures, together with a creative, inventive and resourceful disposition that may see unique solutions to long term problems.

Coming days should see a gradual decline in the intensity of moods and emotions that will be especially evident towards the end of the week.

Alert is 8.5. Moon 0% illuminated.